Mennonite Valley Girl

Perfect for readers of Miriam Toews: Carla, like the characters in Toews’ bestselling novels, comes of age in a small Mennonite community, and her descriptions are equally heartrending, compelling, and witty.Teenage (Mennonite) angst at its finest: Carla questions the patriarchal norms of her Mennonite community and yearns to break free. She’ll start by lighting her driveway on fire …. Pitch-perfect 1980s nostalgia: remember Jordache jeans?A family story: the perfect book for anyone who loves reading about family relationships.Prize-winning author: Funk’s first book, Every Little Scrap and Wonder, was shortlisted for the 2020 Victoria Book Prize. (Canada only)Author is an acclaimed poet: Funk has published more than 5 collections of poetry, all to positive reviews.